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本發明係有關於遊戲機台及更明確地係有關於斜頂式博奕類遊戲機台。The present invention relates to a gaming machine and more specifically to a slanted top gaming machine.
本發明主要係參考斜頂式遊戲機台來開發且在下文中將參考此應用來描述。然而，應瞭解的是，本發明並不侷限於此特定的使用領域。The present invention has been primarily developed with reference to a slant-top gaming machine and will be described hereinafter with reference to this application. However, it should be understood that the invention is not limited to this particular field of use.
下面有關先前技術的討論是要將本發明置於一適當的技術範疇中，讓相關聯的優點可被完全瞭解。然而，在整個說明書中之先前技術的任何討論不應被視為是承認此技藝是廣為週知或形成此領域中一般知識的一部分。The following discussion of prior art is intended to bring the present invention into the appropriate technical scope so that the associated advantages are fully understood. However, any discussion of prior art throughout the specification is not to be construed as an admission that
用來玩賭場類型的遊戲的遊戲機台典型習知的有兩種主要的形態。一種一般的形態是直立型遊戲機台形態，它通常是高且窄且被建構來設置在臺架(pedestal)或桌台(console)上。多個顯示器被設置在該機台的上部且一包括按鈕面板及硬幣及/或卡片***模組的使用者界面被設置在下部。一直立式遊戲機台的正面部分通常包括一垂直地絞接的門，它通常是向左開。因為它具有一大致垂直地延伸的顯示器，所以當使用一直立式遊戲機台時玩家通常會站在或坐在一高的凳子上。Game machines used to play casino-type games are typically known in two main forms. One general form is the upright type of gaming machine that is typically tall and narrow and constructed to be placed on a pedestal or console. A plurality of displays are disposed on the upper portion of the machine and a user interface including a button panel and a coin and/or card insertion module is disposed at a lower portion. The front portion of the upright gaming machine typically includes a vertically hinged door that is normally open to the left. Because it has a display that extends substantially vertically, the player typically stands or sits on a high stool when using a stand-up game console.
另一種遊戲機台形態是斜頂式遊戲機台。斜頂式機台通常不依靠支撐物、具有一下支撐部及一上顯示部。該上部包括一斜的或傾斜的區段，一斜的主要顯示器被容納在此傾斜的區段內。相較於該直立式機台，該主要顯示器被設置得離地面較近，讓玩家可以坐在椅子上且將他們的腳以類似於坐在遊戲桌子邊的方式伸到該主要顯示器底下。一具有按鈕面板及硬幣/卡片模組的使用者界面係設置在該下部。Another form of game console is a slant-top game console. The slanted top machine usually does not rely on the support, has a lower support portion and an upper display portion. The upper portion includes a slanted or slanted section, and a slanted primary display is received within the slanted section. Compared to the upright machine, the primary display is placed closer to the ground, allowing the player to sit on the chair and extend their feet to the bottom of the primary display in a manner similar to sitting on the side of the game table. A user interface having a button panel and a coin/card module is disposed in the lower portion.
一斜頂式遊戲機台具有數項優點，但亦具有數項缺點。如稍早提到的，該斜頂式機台的主要優點為它可讓玩家用極類似於坐在遊戲桌子旁的方式坐著，這對於玩家而言是很方便且很舒服的，使得斜頂式遊戲機台適合長時間玩。該斜頂式機台亦具有一朝外延伸的扶手區段，讓玩家可以放他們的手臂及其它東西。A slanted top gaming machine has several advantages, but it also has several drawbacks. As mentioned earlier, the main advantage of the slanted top machine is that it allows the player to sit in a manner very similar to sitting at the table of the game, which is very convenient and comfortable for the player, making the slant The top game console is suitable for long hours of play. The slanted top machine also has an armrest section that extends outwardly, allowing the player to place their arms and other things.
該斜頂式遊戲機台的主要缺點是它們通常很重且佔據大的地板面積，任它們很難重新設置於樓面上。相較於直立式機台，這表示數量相對較少的斜頂式遊戲機台可被放置在相同的遊戲或賭場樓面空間上。又，因為它們矮胖的外觀，所以它們必需被放置在遊戲樓層的正面或放在更開放的空間，讓它們可被看到。The main disadvantage of the slanted top gaming machines is that they are usually heavy and occupy a large floor area, making them difficult to relocate to the floor. Compared to an upright machine, this means that a relatively small number of tilt-top gaming machines can be placed in the same game or casino floor space. Also, because of their chunky appearance, they must be placed on the front of the game floor or placed in a more open space so they can be seen.
此外，由於斜頂式遊戲機台大覆蓋區(footprint)的關係，斜頂式遊戲機台的另一個問題是它們不能直接緊臨直立式遊戲機台被放置在一共同基座上，因為它們是非模組式設計且在直立式機台的垂直絞接的門被打開時會干擾到。詳言之，當直立式機台的垂直絞接的門被打開時，它橫向朝外移動撞到該斜頂式機台的側邊上。因此，在該斜頂式及該直立式遊戲機台之間需要有更大的間距，這會造成營業樓面上的遊戲機台密度被降低，這在商業上是所不想要的。In addition, due to the large footprint of the slanted gaming machine, another problem with the slanted gaming machine is that they cannot be placed directly on the common pedestal on the vertical pedestal because they are non- Modular design and interference when the vertical hinged door of the upright machine is opened. In detail, when the vertically hinged door of the upright machine is opened, it moves laterally outward to hit the side of the slanted machine. Therefore, a larger space is required between the slanted top type and the upright game machine, which causes the density of the gaming machine on the business floor to be lowered, which is commercially undesirable.
因此，雖然斜頂式遊戲機台因為它們很舒適且適合長時期地使用而在商業上是有吸引力的，但它們在樓面上的設置限制很多造成沒有效率及遊戲機台密度在商業上沒有吸引力的結果。Therefore, although the slant-top game machines are commercially attractive because they are comfortable and suitable for long-term use, they are placed on the floor with many restrictions that result in inefficiency and gaming machine density in the commercial. Unattractive results.
本發明的一個目的是要克服或減輕先前技藝的至少一項缺點，或提供有用的替代方案。It is an object of the present invention to overcome or alleviate at least one of the disadvantages of the prior art or to provide a useful alternative.
本發明的一較佳的形式的目的是要提供一種斜頂式遊戲機台，它可用最少的限制被放置在遊戲樓面上。It is an object of a preferred form of the present invention to provide a slanted top gaming machine that can be placed on the game floor with minimal restrictions.
依據本發明的第一態樣，一種遊戲機台被提供，其包括：一機殼，其具有一上部及一下部；一主要顯示器，其被設置在該上部內；及一使用者界面，其被設置在該下部內；其中該下部的最大正面寬度實質小於該上部的最大正面寬度，使得一間隙被界定在該上部底下的該下部的每一側邊上。According to a first aspect of the present invention, a gaming machine is provided, comprising: a casing having an upper portion and a lower portion; a main display disposed in the upper portion; and a user interface Provided within the lower portion; wherein the maximum front width of the lower portion is substantially less than the maximum front width of the upper portion such that a gap is defined on each side of the lower portion of the upper portion.
在一實施例中，每一間隙的橫側向寬度係實質相同。In one embodiment, the lateral width of each gap is substantially the same.
在一實施例中，該下部的寬度大致是在該上部的寬度的70%至90%的範圍內。較佳地，該下部的寬度大致是在該上部的寬度的75%至85%的範圍內。更佳地，該下部的寬度實質地是該上部的寬度的82%。In an embodiment, the width of the lower portion is approximately in the range of 70% to 90% of the width of the upper portion. Preferably, the width of the lower portion is approximately in the range of 75% to 85% of the width of the upper portion. More preferably, the width of the lower portion is substantially 82% of the width of the upper portion.
在一實施例中，該上部的寬度約560公釐。In one embodiment, the upper portion has a width of about 560 mm.
在一實施例中，該遊戲機台是一斜頂式遊戲機台。In one embodiment, the gaming machine is a slanted gaming machine.
在一實施例中，該使用者界面包括按鈕面板。In an embodiment, the user interface includes a button panel.
在一實施例中，該遊戲機台包括一用來支撐該機殼的臺架。較佳地，該臺架可從該機殼拆除的。較佳地，該臺架具有一正面寬度，其與該下部的最大寬度實質相同。In one embodiment, the gaming machine includes a gantry for supporting the housing. Preferably, the gantry is removable from the housing. Preferably, the gantry has a front width that is substantially the same as the maximum width of the lower portion.
在一實施例中，該遊戲機台是一賭場類型遊戲機台。In one embodiment, the gaming machine is a casino type gaming machine.
在整個說明書中提到“一個實施例”、“一些實施例”、“一實施例”等詞時係指相關於該實施例被描述的一特定的特徵、結構或特性被包括在本發明的至少一實施例中。因此，在此說明書的不同地方出現之“在一個實施例中”、“在一些實施例中”或“在一實施例中”等語句並不一定指的都是同一實施例，但可以是同一實施例。此外，在一或多個實施例中的該等特定的特性、結構或特徵可用任何適合的方式結合，這對於熟習此技藝者而言係可從此揭示明顯得知的。The word "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "an embodiment" or "an embodiment" is used throughout the specification to mean that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in the invention. In at least one embodiment. Thus, statements such as "in an embodiment", "in some embodiments", or "in an embodiment", are not necessarily referring to the same embodiment, but may be the same. Example. In addition, the particular features, structures, or characteristics of one or more embodiments may be combined in any suitable manner, as will be apparent to those skilled in the art from this disclosure.
在整個說明書中提到“主要顯示器”、“次要顯示器”或“輔助顯示器”等詞時典型地係指液晶顯示器(LCD)或發光二極體(LED)視訊螢幕或兩者之類的視訊螢幕，但並不侷限於此。然而，其亦可以指的是一靜態顯示器、一類比式視訊顯示器或觸控式視訊螢幕。The words "primary display", "secondary display" or "auxiliary display" are used throughout the specification to refer to a liquid crystal display (LCD) or a light emitting diode (LED) video screen or the like. Screen, but not limited to this. However, it can also refer to a static display, a analog video display or a touch video display.
在整個說明書中提到“斜頂”、“斜頂式遊戲機台器”或“斜頂機台”等詞時係指一遊戲機台其具有一主要顯示器其係以與水平成約0至45度的角度延伸。References throughout the specification to the terms "slanted top", "slanted top gaming machine" or "slanted top machine" refer to a gaming machine having a primary display that is approximately 0 to 45 horizontally The angle of the degree extends.
在整個說明書中“遊戲(gaming)”一詞應以與博奕遊戲相關的遊戲來加以解讀。The term "gaming" should be interpreted throughout the specification in terms of games related to Boao games.
在本文中提到“賭場式”遊戲時不應被解讀為是需要在賭場中進行的遊戲。撰文者只是要用此用詞來將與博奕相關的遊戲(如，吃角子老虎/撲克牌形式的電子遊戲機台、電子輪盤遊戲、獎金累積(jackpot collector)及類此者)與為了娛樂(非博奕)目的而玩的電視遊戲機遊戲作一區別。When referring to a "casino-style" game in this article, it should not be interpreted as a game that needs to be played in a casino. The author is only going to use this term to play games related to Boao (for example, slot machines/playing cards in the form of electronic game consoles, electronic roulette games, jackpot collectors and the like) and for entertainment. (Non-Boss) The purpose of playing video game console games makes a difference.
本發明的示範性實施例現將參考附圖予以詳細描述。在該等圖式中，相同的元件在所有圖中被標以相同的標號。在下面的描述中，包含在本文中之習知功能及組態的詳細描述為了精簡起見將被省略。Exemplary embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same elements are designated by the same reference numerals throughout the drawings. In the following description, a detailed description of the conventional functions and configurations contained herein will be omitted for the sake of brevity.
本發明係有關於被歸類為用來玩賭場類型的遊戲的斜頂式遊戲機台類的遊戲機台10。如熟習此技藝者所習知的，斜頂式遊戲機台具有一容納一主要顯示器的上部，其被傾斜成與水平面成0至45度的角度。斜頂式遊戲機台被設計成對於使用者而言很舒服，對於長時間使用而言該斜頂式遊戲機台是很理想的。然而，它們亦相當笨重，有寬且重的基座，造成與設置在一營業樓面上的位置有關的問題。這與直立式遊戲機台不同，直立式機台在外觀上較瘦，具有相對較小的覆蓋區(footprint)及一大致垂直的主要顯示器。The present invention relates to a gaming machine table 10 of a slant-top type gaming machine class classified as a game for playing a casino type. As is known to those skilled in the art, the slanted top gaming machine has an upper portion that houses a primary display that is angled at an angle of 0 to 45 degrees from the horizontal. The slant-top game machine is designed to be comfortable for the user, and the slant-top game machine is ideal for long-term use. However, they are also quite bulky, with wide and heavy pedestals, causing problems associated with the location of a business floor. This is in contrast to an upright gaming machine that is thinner in appearance, has a relatively small footprint and a substantially vertical primary display.
首先參考圖1，本發明的遊戲機台10包括一機殼12其具有一上部14及一下部16。該上部14容納一以一角度延伸的主要顯示器18。該下部包括一使用者界面20其具有一按鈕面板22、手靠/扶手24、紙鈔接受器26、印票機28及附加的廣告模組30。在圖1所示的實施例中，亦設置有一臺架32其具有一舒展區34及一腳踏板36讓使用者在坐著時放腳用的。該臺架的寬度與下部的寬度大致相同。Referring first to Figure 1, a gaming machine bed 10 of the present invention includes a housing 12 having an upper portion 14 and a lower portion 16. The upper portion 14 houses a primary display 18 that extends at an angle. The lower portion includes a user interface 20 having a button panel 22, a handrail/armrest 24, a banknote acceptor 26, a ticket printer 28, and an additional advertising module 30. In the embodiment shown in Figure 1, a frame 32 is also provided having a stretch zone 34 and a footrest 36 for the user to put their feet in while sitting. The width of the gantry is substantially the same as the width of the lower portion.
該遊戲機台像其它類型的斜頂式機台一樣被使用，使用者坐在該機台前並操作該使用者界面20來玩該機台被設定提供的遊戲。將被瞭解的是，除了鍵盤及被安裝的程式之外，該主要顯示器18亦可包括一用於使用者互動的觸控螢幕部分。The gaming machine is used like any other type of slanted top machine, and the user sits in front of the machine and operates the user interface 20 to play the game that the machine is set to provide. It will be appreciated that in addition to the keyboard and installed programs, the primary display 18 can also include a touch screen portion for user interaction.
如可從圖2看到的，依據本發明，該下部16的最大正面寬度WL實質地小於該上部14的正面寬度WH。很明顯地，由該等正面寬度的差異所產生的輪廓界定一間隙區38於該上部14底下的該下部16的每一側上。這些間隙區的目地現將參考圖3至6予以說明。As can be seen from Figure 2, in accordance with the present invention, the maximum front side width WL of the lower portion 16 is substantially smaller than the front side width WH of the upper portion 14. It will be apparent that the contour resulting from the difference in front width defines a gap region 38 on each side of the lower portion 16 beneath the upper portion 14. The purpose of these gap regions will now be explained with reference to Figs.
在圖3中，一傳統的斜頂式遊戲機台40緊鄰一傳統的直立式遊戲機台42。將可被理解的是，該等遊戲機台彼此相隔標準距離(即間距)，就如同它們被設置在一營業樓面一樣。如圖4所示，當該直立式遊戲機台42的垂直地絞接的檢修門44被打開時，它會向側邊往外轉動，因而接觸並碰撞該傳統的斜頂式遊戲機台40的側邊。因此，在該等機台之間沒有更大的間隙之下，該檢修門44無法被完全地打開且該直立式機台42無法被清空或維修。熟習遊戲機工業的人將可瞭解的是，為了上述的原因，在一營業樓面上將斜頂式遊戲機台直接設置在直立式遊戲機台旁是沒有空間效率的。In Fig. 3, a conventional slanted top gaming machine 40 is adjacent to a conventional upright gaming machine 42. It will be appreciated that the gaming machines are separated from each other by a standard distance (i.e., spacing) as if they were placed on a business floor. As shown in FIG. 4, when the vertically hinged access door 44 of the upright gaming machine table 42 is opened, it will rotate outward toward the side, thereby contacting and colliding with the conventional slanting type gaming machine 40. Side. Therefore, under no greater clearance between the machines, the access door 44 cannot be fully opened and the upright machine 42 cannot be emptied or repaired. Those familiar with the gaming machine industry will understand that for the above reasons, it is not space efficient to place the slanted top gaming machine directly on the upright gaming machine on a commercial floor.
現參考圖5，本發明的遊戲機台10被設在該直立式遊戲機台42旁邊。當在此位置時，從圖6A及6B可看到的是，間隙區38提供足夠的空間隔開該直立機台的檢修門44，讓它可在沒有碰撞下被完全打開。Referring now to Figure 5, the gaming machine 10 of the present invention is positioned adjacent to the upright gaming machine 42. When in this position, as can be seen from Figures 6A and 6B, the clearance zone 38 provides sufficient space to separate the access door 44 of the upright machine so that it can be fully opened without impact.
現翻回到圖2，該下部16的正面寬度WL大體上是在該上部14的正面寬度WH的70至90%的範圍內且較佳地是在75至85%的範圍內，用以提供足夠的間隙區38。在所例示的實施例中，該下部的寬度約為該上部的寬度的82%。相類似地，在所示的實施例中，每一間隙區38的所提供的側邊寬度將會是62公釐(2.44英吋)寬。應被理解的是，在所例示的實施例中，該下部的正面寬度WL約等於傳統直立式遊戲機台的正面寬度。Turning now to Figure 2, the front side width WL of the lower portion 16 is generally in the range of 70 to 90% of the front side width WH of the upper portion 14 and preferably in the range of 75 to 85% for providing Sufficient clearance zone 38. In the illustrated embodiment, the width of the lower portion is approximately 82% of the width of the upper portion. Similarly, in the illustrated embodiment, the provided side width of each of the gap regions 38 will be 62 mm (2.44 inches) wide. It should be understood that in the illustrated embodiment, the front face width WL of the lower portion is approximately equal to the front width of a conventional upright gaming machine.
如圖7所示，根據此技藝中習知的一普通的變化，該遊戲機10亦被設計成包括一設置在該主要顯示器18上方之次要顯示器50，其一般被稱為“禮帽(topper)”。應指出的是，該次要顯示器50被大致垂直地延伸，但仍維持該機殼12的上部的最大寬度。As shown in FIG. 7, the gaming machine 10 is also designed to include a secondary display 50 disposed above the primary display 18, generally referred to as a "topper", in accordance with a common variation in the art. )". It should be noted that the secondary display 50 is extended substantially vertically but still maintains the maximum width of the upper portion of the housing 12.
本發明的遊戲機10的另一態樣被示於圖8中。為了要提供用來放置在營業樓面上的其它可能性，該臺架32從該機殼12上被拆除。在所例示的實施例中，該臺架可藉由打開該水平地絞接的檢修門52以操作一對連接固定裝置(未示出)來輕易地拆除。當拆除該等固定裝置時，該臺架32即可被輕易地從該下部16拆除掉。Another aspect of the gaming machine 10 of the present invention is shown in FIG. The gantry 32 is removed from the casing 12 in order to provide other possibilities for placement on the floor of the business floor. In the illustrated embodiment, the gantry can be easily removed by opening the horizontally hinged access door 52 to operate a pair of attachment fixtures (not shown). When the fixtures are removed, the gantry 32 can be easily removed from the lower portion 16.
有利地，如圖9所示，一但該臺架被拆除，該遊戲機台10即可用類似於該直立式遊戲機台42的方式放置在一桌台54上。應被理解的是，即使是該遊戲機台包括該次要顯示器50，該臺架32仍是可被拆除的。Advantageously, as shown in FIG. 9, once the gantry is removed, the gaming machine 10 can be placed on a table 54 in a manner similar to the upright gaming machine 42. It should be understood that even if the gaming machine includes the secondary display 50, the gantry 32 can still be removed.
總結本發明的差異及優點，圖10顯示設置在傳統斜頂式遊戲機台40旁的遊戲機台10。如圖所示，該下部16較不臃腫且比傳統的斜頂式機台纖細，但因為該上部仍維持類似的大小，所以遊戲機台10仍保有斜頂式機台美學上的優點。亦即，大角度的主要顯示器位在一較低的高度及一大的扶手區24。而且，當沒有位在一桌台上時，遊戲機台10以一種類似於一般遊戲檯/斜頂式機台的方式提供一在機台底下的舒展區34及腳踏板36給使用者的腳用。Summarizing the differences and advantages of the present invention, FIG. 10 shows the gaming machine 10 disposed beside the conventional slanted top gaming machine 40. As shown, the lower portion 16 is less bloated and slimmer than a conventional slanted top machine, but because the upper portion still maintains a similar size, the gaming machine table 10 still retains the aesthetic advantages of the slanted top machine. That is, the main display at a large angle is at a lower height and a large armrest area 24. Moreover, when not in a table, the gaming machine 10 provides a stretch zone 34 and a footrest 36 under the machine to the user in a manner similar to a general game table/slanted top machine. Foot use.
使用本發明的遊戲機台10就像是使用任何其它類型的斜頂式遊戲機台一樣，使用者可舒服地坐在該遊戲機台前開始玩遊戲。Using the gaming machine 10 of the present invention is like using any other type of slanted gaming machine, the user can comfortably sit in front of the gaming machine and start playing the game.
現參考圖11，該遊戲機台10亦可被聯結成一排機台70，藉此一群玩家可與一中央遊戲操作者或顯示器74互動，譬如當該遊戲機台被設計來玩例如電子輪盤遊戲(roulette)或21點(blackjack)。如圖所示，每一遊戲機台被一接合物區72隔開來以模擬一多使用者遊戲檯。有利地，該遊戲機台10的模組性及小的覆蓋區讓該排機台70比傳統的斜頂式遊戲機台更容易被建構起來。Referring now to Figure 11, the gaming machine 10 can also be coupled into a row of stations 70 whereby a group of players can interact with a central game operator or display 74, such as when the gaming machine is designed to play, for example, an electronic wheel. Game (roulette) or blackjack (blackjack). As shown, each gaming machine is separated by a splicing area 72 to simulate a multi-user gaming station. Advantageously, the modularity and small footprint of the gaming machine 10 allows the platoon 70 to be constructed more easily than a conventional slanted gaming machine.
很明顯地，本發明的遊戲機台改善了傳統斜頂式遊戲機台的大部分缺點，但保有可用類似於直立遊戲機台方式被設置在營業樓面上的任何地點、佔據與直立遊戲機台相近似的覆蓋面積及易於到處搬移等優點。此外，因為它相對纖細的外形的關係，更多遊戲機台可被放置在一給定的面積內及/或被放置在直立遊戲機台旁、提高遊戲機台的密度。該可拆除的臺架所提供的模組性去除掉其它的侷限，有利地提供營業樓面設計者關於遊戲機台的放置及配置方面更多的選擇。Obviously, the gaming machine of the present invention improves most of the shortcomings of the conventional slanting type gaming machine, but retains any location, occupancy and upright gaming machine that can be placed on the business floor in a manner similar to the erect game machine. The approximate coverage area of the mesa and the ease of moving around. In addition, because of its relatively slim profile, more gaming machines can be placed in a given area and/or placed next to an upright gaming machine, increasing the density of the gaming machine. The modularity provided by the detachable gantry removes other limitations and advantageously provides the business floor designer with more choices regarding the placement and configuration of the gaming machine.
雖然本發明已參考特定的例子被描述，但熟習此技藝者應理解的是本發明可被體現成許多其它的形式。Although the invention has been described with reference to specific examples, it is understood by those skilled in the art that the invention may be embodied in many other forms.
10．．．遊戲機台10. . . Game machine
12．．．機殼12. . . cabinet
14．．．上部14. . . Upper
16．．．下部16. . . Lower part
18．．．主要顯示器18. . . Primary display
20．．．使用者界面20. . . User interface
22．．．按鈕面板twenty two. . . Button panel
24．．．手靠/扶手twenty four. . . Handrest/handrail
26．．．紙鈔接受器26. . . Banknote acceptor
28．．．印票機28. . . Ticket machine
30．．．附加的廣告模組30. . . Additional advertising module
32．．．臺架32. . . Bench
34．．．舒展區34. . . Stretch zone
36．．．腳踏板36. . . Pedal
38．．．間隙區38. . . Gap area
40．．．傳統斜頂式遊戲機台40. . . Traditional slanting top game machine
42．．．直立式遊戲機台42. . . Upright game machine
44．．．檢修門44. . . Access door
50．．．次要顯示器50. . . Secondary display
52．．．檢修門52. . . Access door
54．．．桌台54. . . Table
70．．．一排機台70. . . a row of machines
72．．．接合物區72. . . Joint area
74．．．顯示器74. . . monitor
本發明的較佳實施例現將參考附圖以舉例的方式來予以描述，其中Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which
圖1為依據本發明的一遊戲機台的立體圖；Figure 1 is a perspective view of a gaming machine in accordance with the present invention;
圖2為圖1的遊戲機台的前視圖；Figure 2 is a front elevational view of the gaming machine of Figure 1;
圖3為與一直立式遊戲機台相鄰的一先前技藝的斜頂式遊戲機台的前視圖；Figure 3 is a front elevational view of a prior art slant-top gaming machine adjacent to an upright gaming machine;
圖4為圖3之與一直立式遊戲機台相鄰的一先前技藝的斜頂式遊戲機台的前視圖，其中該直立式遊戲機台的門被部分地向旁邊打開；Figure 4 is a front elevational view of the prior art slant-top game machine of Figure 3 adjacent to the upright game machine, wherein the door of the upright game machine is partially opened sideways;
圖5為與一直立式遊戲機台相鄰之圖1的遊戲機台的前視圖；Figure 5 is a front elevational view of the gaming machine of Figure 1 adjacent to the upright gaming machine;
圖6A為與一直立式遊戲機台相鄰之圖1的遊戲機台的前視圖，其中該直立式遊戲機台的門被部分地向旁邊打開；Figure 6A is a front elevational view of the gaming machine of Figure 1 adjacent to an upright gaming machine, wherein the door of the upright gaming machine is partially opened sideways;
圖6B為與一直立式遊戲機台相鄰之圖1的遊戲機台的前視圖，其中該直立式遊戲機台的門被完全地打開；Figure 6B is a front elevational view of the gaming machine of Figure 1 adjacent to the upright gaming machine, wherein the door of the upright gaming machine is fully opened;
圖7為圖1的遊戲機台具有雙螢幕的一變化例的立體圖；Figure 7 is a perspective view of a variation of the gaming machine of Figure 1 having a dual screen;
圖8為圖1的遊戲機台的立體圖其顯示一可移除之臺架及非必要的桌台座；Figure 8 is a perspective view of the gaming machine of Figure 1 showing a removable stand and a non-essential table stand;
圖9為圖7的遊戲機台裝設在一共用的桌台上與一直立式機台相鄰的立體圖；Figure 9 is a perspective view of the game machine of Figure 7 mounted on a shared table adjacent to the vertical stand;
圖10為圖7的遊戲機台與一先前技藝的斜頂式機台相鄰的前視圖；及Figure 10 is a front elevational view of the gaming machine of Figure 7 adjacent to a prior art slanted top machine; and
圖11為一排圖1的遊戲機台的立體圖。Figure 11 is a perspective view of a row of the gaming machine of Figure 1.
10．．．遊戲機台10. . . Game machine
12．．．機殼12. . . cabinet
14．．．上部14. . . Upper
16．．．下部16. . . Lower part
18．．．主要顯示器18. . . Primary display
20．．．使用者界面20. . . User interface
22．．．按鈕面板twenty two. . . Button panel
24．．．手靠/扶手twenty four. . . Handrest/handrail
26．．．紙鈔接受器26. . . Banknote acceptor
28．．．印票機28. . . Ticket machine
32．．．臺架32. . . Bench
34．．．舒展區34. . . Stretch zone
36．．．腳踏板36. . . Pedal
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